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Hartford, CT - Today, the Connecticut Congressional Delegation announced that seven libraries across the state have been awarded federal funds to aid their economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant, funded by the American Rescue Plan and awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities, will allow libraries in rural and or historically underserved communities to retain and rehire workers, reopen sites and facilities, and expand educational programs.

Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the passing of Melody Currey, who passed away at the age of 71: 

Hartford, CT – As June marks the start of Great Outdoors Month, the Connecticut Congressional Delegation announced that the U.S. Department of Interior has awarded a $3.94 million grant from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). The funding will help improve local public parks and outdoor recreation access for Connecticut residents. 

East Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited East Hartford High School to announce the Town of East Hartford received $45.5 million in federal aid from the American Rescue Plan, COVID relief legislation Larson helped author and pass in Congress. $21 million of the local aid for East Hartford was allocated for their school district to safely re-open and offer new enrichment opportunities throughout the school year and during the summer for students.

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Connecticut AFL-CIO President Ed Hawthorne and members of the AFL-CIO to announce the AFL-CIO's support for Social Security 2100: A Sacred Trust. Alongside more than 200 cosponsors in the House, Rep. Larson introduced this bill in Congress to increase Social Security benefits across the board and strengthen the program. 

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced Mackenzie Monahan, a junior at Southington High School, is the winner of this year’s Congressional Art Competition for Connecticut’s First District. 

“I want to congratulate all the students who participated in this year’s Art Competition for their outstanding work,” said Larson. “Mackenzie’s artwork demonstrates her extraordinary talent and attention to detail. We are all very proud of her accomplishment.” 

Hartford, CT – Today, on Memorial Day, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) recognized the late Sgt. Paul Ianni and Robert Venti, both decorated Vietnam Veterans and East Hartford residents who passed away this year. Rep. Larson entered submissions into the Congressional Record in memory of both Sgt. Ianni and Mr. Venti.